Full Day Brunswick Fishing Charter
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday inshore fishing charter targeting redfish and troutExpert captain guides guests to productive Brunswick watersSmall group experience with maximum two guests per trip
When you're looking for serious inshore action around Brunswick and Darien, GA, this full-day charter puts you right where the fish are biting. Captain and crew at Reel Busy Shark Charters know these coastal waters like the back of their hand, and they're ready to put you on everything from hard-fighting redfish to toothy sharks. You'll be fishing prime spots that locals have been working for generations, casting into creeks, around structure, and along the expansive marsh systems that make this stretch of Georgia coast so productive. Pack your cooler with snacks and drinks, bring good sun protection, and get ready for a day that'll have you planning your next trip before you even hit the dock.
This isn't your typical half-day rush job where you barely get your sea legs before heading back. With a full day charter, you've got time to really work the water and let the captain show you why Brunswick and Darien consistently produce some of the best inshore fishing on the Georgia coast. The boat holds up to two anglers, so you're not fighting for rod space or competing with a crowd for the captain's attention. You'll start early when the fish are most active, working different areas as conditions and tides dictate. The captain reads the water, watches the bait, and adjusts the game plan throughout the day to keep you on fish. Some days that means working grass beds for trout, other times it's sight fishing reds in skinny water, and when conditions are right, you might find yourself battling blacktip sharks that'll test your drag and your arms.
Inshore fishing around Brunswick means adapting to what the fish want on any given day. You'll be working with medium to medium-heavy tackle that can handle everything from speckled trout to king mackerel. Live bait is often the ticket here - shrimp, finger mullet, and menhaden are staples that these coastal species can't resist. When the Spanish mackerel are running, you might switch to small spoons or got-cha plugs that mimic the baitfish they're chasing. For redfish, weedless jigs with soft plastics work magic around oyster bars and grass lines. The captain will have you rigged right for whatever species you're targeting, and don't be surprised if you're switching setups throughout the day as you move between different fishing zones. The marsh creeks around Darien fish differently than the open water near Brunswick, and your guide knows exactly what works where.
Spanish Mackerel show up in big numbers during warmer months, typically from late spring through early fall. These speedsters hit fast and fight hard, making screaming runs that'll have your reel singing. They're perfect for light tackle fishing and absolutely delicious on the table. Look for them around bait schools in open water, and when you find one, there's usually a whole bunch more in the area.
Sheepshead are the convict-striped tricksters of the inshore world. They hang around structure like dock pilings, oyster bars, and bridge supports, picking off barnacles and crabs with their human-like teeth. They're notorious bait stealers, but once you hook one, you'll understand why anglers get obsessed with targeting them. They fight surprisingly hard for their size and make outstanding table fare.
King Mackerel are the big brothers of the Spanish, and when they're around, you know it. These torpedo-shaped predators can stretch over three feet and fight like fish twice their size. They're typically found in deeper water than their Spanish cousins, often around structure or temperature breaks. Landing a king on medium tackle is a real accomplishment and something you'll be talking about for years.
Sea Trout, or speckled trout as locals call them, are probably the most consistent fish you'll encounter in these waters. They love grass beds, creek mouths, and drop-offs where they can ambush baitfish. A good trout will pull drag and jump, and the bigger gator trout are genuinely challenging to land. They bite year-round but are most active during cooler months.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing around here. These copper-colored bruisers are built for power, using their broad tails and stocky bodies to make bulldogging runs that'll test your tackle and technique. They're often found in shallow water around oyster bars, marsh grass, and creek mouths. A slot-sized red is perfect for the dinner table, while the oversized bulls provide pure sporting excitement.
Blacktip Sharks bring serious excitement to any fishing trip. These athletic predators are common in Georgia's inshore waters, especially during warmer months. They're known for their spectacular jumps when hooked, often clearing the water multiple times during a fight. Landing a blacktip on fishing tackle is a real achievement and provides some of the most heart-pounding action you'll find without heading to blue water.
A full-day charter with Reel Busy Shark Charters isn't just about catching fish - though you'll definitely do plenty of that. It's about experiencing some of the finest inshore fishing the Southeast has to offer with a captain who knows how to find them and put you on them. The combination of Brunswick and Darien's productive waters, diverse species, and the unhurried pace of a full-day trip creates the perfect recipe for both novice and experienced anglers. Whether you're after your first redfish, looking to land a personal best trout, or hoping to tangle with a jumping blacktip, this charter delivers the goods. Don't wait too long to book - the best fishing days fill up fast, and you don't want to miss out on what could be the fishing trip of a lifetime.
Carcharhinus LimbatusBlacktip Sharks are the acrobats of the shark world, averaging 4-5 feet but capable of reaching 8+ feet. You'll know them by those distinctive black-tipped fins and their habit of launching clear out of the water when hooked. They patrol waters from 30-100 feet around reefs, wrecks, and anywhere baitfish are thick. Summer months are best when they move inshore chasing schools of menhaden and mackerel. These sharks put on a show - multiple jumps and long runs that'll test your drag system. They're actually pretty timid despite their reputation, often hanging back until they're sure it's safe to feed. We release them all, but the fight is what brings people back. Use heavy braid, circle hooks, and wire leader. Pro tip: when chumming, use oily fish like mackerel or sardines - the stronger the scent trail, the better your chances of drawing them in.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing Mackerel are the speed demons of our waters, running anywhere from 10-30 pounds on average, though we've boated some pushing 50-60 pounds. These olive-backed torpedoes with razor-sharp teeth patrol depths from 40-150 feet, cruising ledges, reefs, and temperature breaks. Summer through early fall is prime time when baitfish are thick and the water's warm. They're pure adrenaline - screaming runs that'll melt your drag and acrobatic jumps that'll test your tackle. The fight alone makes them worth targeting, plus the meat's great smoked or grilled. We run two-hook rigs with wire leader since they'll cut through mono in a heartbeat. Best tip I can give: when live-baiting, hook your menhaden or sardine through the nose and let a treble hook dangle free near the tail - kings always hit from behind.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bronze beauties with that signature black eyespot near the tail - built like bulldogs and just as stubborn. They run 20-35 inches around here, with some bull reds pushing 40+ inches in deeper water. You'll find them cruising oyster bars, grass flats, and creek mouths in water so shallow their backs show. Fall and spring are prime when they're feeding heavy before and after winter. What makes them special is that powerful, sustained fight - no crazy jumps, just pure muscle pulling drag. They're also great table fare up to about 27 inches. They eat everything from live shrimp to topwater plugs, but my favorite is sight-casting to tailing fish on low tide. Stay quiet, get within 30 feet, and drop a gold spoon right in front of their nose. They'll usually crush it without hesitation.
Salmo TruttaSpotted Sea Trout, or "specks" as we call them, are beautiful fish with silver sides covered in black spots and that distinctive speckled pattern. Most run 14-20 inches and 1-3 pounds, perfect for light tackle fishing. They love shallow grass flats, oyster bars, and marsh edges in 2-8 feet of water. Best fishing happens during moving tides in spring and fall, though summer nights under lights can be magic. They hit topwater plugs with explosive strikes that'll get your heart pumping, and their delicate white meat is fantastic eating - just don't overcook it or it gets mushy. Winter months they school up in deeper holes and creek mouths. My go-to technique is working a shrimp-tipped jig along grass edges during the last two hours of incoming tide. Keep it slow and steady - they'll often follow before committing.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the convict fish with those distinctive black and white stripes running down their gray bodies. Most run 1-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, but we've seen some monsters pushing 20 pounds around the deeper structure. They hang tight to any barnacle-covered pilings, docks, bridges, and oyster bars from about 5-30 feet deep. Spring spawning season from February through April is prime time when they stack up around passes and jetties. What makes them fun is they're notorious bait thieves with those human-like teeth - you'll feel that subtle tap-tap before they try to steal your shrimp or fiddler crab. The white, flaky meat is some of the best eating around if you can get past cleaning those tough scales. My tip: get your bait right against the structure and set the hook hard the second you feel weight.
Scomberomorus MaculatusSpanish Mackerel are fast, aggressive fish that run 1-2 feet long and weigh around 8-11 pounds. You'll spot them by their silver sides with yellow oval spots and that classic streamlined mackerel body. They travel in huge schools near the surface, often stretching for miles. Around Brunswick and Darien, we find them in 40-100 feet of water during spring through fall when water temps hit the mid-60s or higher. They're absolute blast to catch - lightning fast runs and aerial jumps that'll test your drag. The meat's excellent too - mild, flaky, and perfect for grilling or smoking. When you see birds diving, that's your cue to get over there fast. These fish spook easily, so I always drift into the school rather than motoring right up to them.
Darien, GA